Various Readers
1) Cymbeline
Author
Series
Publisher
BBC Audio
Pub. Date
2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
3 CDs (199 min.)
Language
English
Description
Performed as early as 1611 and published in the "First Folio" in 1623, Shakespeare's "Cymbeline" weaves an elaborate tale of palatial envy and power in Ancient Britain. Cymbeline, King of Britain, commands that his lovely young daughter Imogen marry Cloten, the violent and callous son of the current Queen by her former husband. With her heart already promised to the poor yet heroic Posthumus, Imogen refuses. Disgusted at the prospect of his daughter...
Author
Series
Publisher
BBC Audio
Pub. Date
2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
3 CDs (173 min.)
Language
English
Description
The Winter's Tale is a play by William Shakespeare, originally published in the First Folio of 1623. Although it was grouped among the comedies, some modern editors have relabeled the play as one of Shakespeare's late romances. Some critics consider it to be one of Shakespeare's "problem plays", because the first three acts are filled with intense psychological drama, while the last two acts are comedic and supply a happy ending.
The play has been...
3) Exotic cats
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, physical features, temperament, and care of the Exotic cat breed.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations, maps ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title explores and explains how the Panama Canal was built. The canal's construction is described in terms of the engineering process"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, map ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title explores and explains how the Great Pyramid of Giza was built. The pyramid's construction is described in terms of the engineering process"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes the science behind the armor, weapons, training, and tactics used by gladiators in combat"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Discusses the heroic actions and experiences of Roosevelt's Rough Riders and the impact they made during times of war or conflict"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes the science behind the armor, weapons, training, and tactics used by medieval knights in combat"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In graphic novel format, tells the story of the great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906 and the subsequent fires"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In graphic novel format, tells the story of how Samuel Morse developed a working telegraph in 1844 that changed the way people communicated"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ;
Language
English
Description
In this graphic novel, witness Isaac Newton develop the laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation. World-changing events unfold before your eyes in this amazing tale of invention! Dramatic illustrations and fast-paced text provide a "you-are-there" experience. With extensive back matter, including a bibliography, extended reading list, glossary, and further Internet sources, young readers will gobble up this action-packed comic book about...
Author
Publisher
Stone Arch Books
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
63 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Daniel's favorite thing to do is fish with his grandpa. But when his grandfather passes away, all that Daniel has left are stories of Big Larry, the monster fish Grandpa spent his life chasing. Daniel decides to try to catch Big Larry in honor of his grandpa. But can he land the biggest catch of his life, or will he let Big Larry get away?
Author
Pub. Date
2001
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Reveals the history of African American children--from the first recorded birth of a black child in Jamestown, Virginia, to the present day--through historical documents, journal entries, news articles, and interviews.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Provides explanations from experts and scientists about cat behaviors, including playtime, territorial, and communication behaviors"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Describes Puggles, their characteristics and behavior, and includes basic information on feeding, grooming, training, and healthcare"--Provided by publisher.